The chimney cap also called a rain cover is a stainless steel metal cage like box with a roof like top which fits directly on top of the chimney flue liner.
Chimney crown cover.
The chimney cap should be easily removable for cleaning.
A concrete or cement based cover used on masonry chimneys.
The chimney cap will keep rain and snow from directly entering down the chimney via the chimney flue.
There are several choices of materials when selecting a chase cover but only stainless steel or copper will offer you a lifetime warranty.
Chimney chase covers chase covers are an external top covering for a pre fab chimney or a brick chimney.
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Chimney sweeps can do the job quickly if you d prefer not to scale your roof.
Crowns can usually be repaired unless the damage is too severe.
Doctor flue is an expert in chimney chase cover installation and chimney crown repair.
The chimney cap will also keep birds and other animals out of your chimney and will help contain large sparks from flying out of the chimney.
The chimney cap acts like a rain hat to help prevent water birds small animal and debris from getting inside the flue.
If you choose to diy this project be sure to measure your flue carefully to ensure that you order the right size cap.
As long as you have the correct size and style you will simply slip the cap into your chimney crown and attach using either bolts or adhesive.